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# Installing QuickInsert

Installing **QuickInsert** is a quick and simple process. This guide will walk you through:

* Downloading the installer
* Running the setup
* Choosing the database location
* Enabling the add-in in SOLIDWORKS®

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### ⬇️ Step 1: Download the Installer

To get started, download the latest version of the QuickInsert installer:

👉 [**Download QuickInsert Installer**](https://www.tiscad.com/downloads)

> 📦 The installer comes bundled with everything needed to install QuickInsert and set up your database.

Once downloaded, continue with the setup steps below.

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### ⚙️ Step 2: Run the Installer

1. Double-click the downloaded `.exe` file to start the installation.
2. If prompted, allow the app to make changes **(admin rights are required)**.
3. Read and accept license agreement.
4. Choose the folder where you want to install the QuickInsert add-in.

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### 📂 Step 3: Choose Database Location

During setup, you’ll be asked to choose a **database path**. This is used to store the SQLite database files used by QuickInsert.

You have two options:

* **Use Existing Database**
  * Ideal if you already have a shared or pre-configured database.
* **Create New Database**
  * Recommended for new users or fresh installations.

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> 💡 You can update the database path later from within QuickInsert under settings.

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### ✅ Step 4: Complete Setup

Once the installation is complete:

* You can launch **SOLIDWORKS®** normally.
* In most cases, QuickInsert will be enabled automatically.

If not, follow the steps below to enable it manually.

> ⚠️ **Note:** QuickInsert works only inside a **SOLIDWORKS®** **assembly**.\
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> Open or create an assembly before using the add-in.

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### 🧩 Step 5: Enable QuickInsert in SOLIDWORKS® (if needed)

If QuickInsert doesn’t appear automatically:

1. Open SOLIDWORKS®
2. Go to the top menu:\
   **Tools → Add-Ins...**
3. In the Add-Ins dialog, scroll down and locate **QuickInsert**
4. Enable both checkboxes:

   * ✅ **Active Add-ins**
   * ✅ **Start-Up** (so it loads automatically next time)

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### 🛠 Troubleshooting

If you encounter any issues:

* Make sure SOLIDWORKS® was **closed during installation**
* Verify you have **admin rights**
* Ensure antivirus/firewall is not blocking the installer